Rendezvous Media Ventures Sponsors Cinema Center at Sundance Film Festival

Rendezvous Media Ventures will headline the annual Cinema Center during the 2025 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, transforming the event into a comprehensive media and hospitality hub for independent filmmakers and entertainment industry professionals.

The rebranded 'Rendezvous Cinema Center' will occupy Loma Park City restaurant, providing a sophisticated venue for film premieres, networking events, and press interactions. The three-day program will feature an array of sponsored cocktail parties, industry gatherings, and exclusive interview opportunities designed to support independent filmmaking.

Featuring strategic partnerships with brands like Hendrick's Gin, Sommsation, and neaū water, the event promises a multisensory experience for attendees. Hendrick's Gin will showcase specialty cocktails, while Sommsation will curate wine selections from independent wineries. Collider will host an Annual Interview Studio, generating content for its 30 million monthly visitors.

Rendezvous Media Ventures, a newly established hedge fund led by Michael Perrone, Craig Matus, and Slater Wayne, brings a innovative approach to entertainment financing. The company utilizes a proprietary algorithm to identify and support promising film and music projects, with current assets under management exceeding $7.25 billion.

David Manning, CEO of Roxstar Entertainment, emphasized the event's broader mission, noting an intention to raise national awareness and support relief efforts for Los Angeles residents affected by recent fires.

The Cinema Center represents a critical platform for independent filmmakers seeking distribution, networking, and potential funding opportunities in an increasingly competitive entertainment landscape.